Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerRequired Skills & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and/or purchasing operations. Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to develop productive supplier relationships. Strong commercial and business acumen. Experience managing significant organizational spending. Experience with contract management and supplier relationship management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and effectively manage stakeholder expectations. Working knowledge of procurement-related regulatory requirements, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption requirements. Experience supporting internal and/or external audit and compliance reviews.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee day-to-day procurement activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and organizational spending. This individual will serve as a key point of contact for procurement matters and partner closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure strong commercial value, supplier performance, contractual compliance, and effective risk management.The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial acumen, proven negotiation skills, and experience identifying cost-saving opportunities while managing supplier and procurement-related risks. This role will also help ensure procurement activities align with applicable policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.Key Responsibilities Serve as a primary point of contact for business-as-usual procurement and spending needs. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Manage contract renewals and negotiate favorable commercial terms. Conduct supplier performance reviews against established KPIs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Maintain an accurate and effective contract database to support financial planning and minimize service disruptions. Identify and implement cost-saving and procurement optimization opportunities. Identify and manage procurement and supplier-related risks. Develop and strengthen strategic supplier relationships. Conduct market research to evaluate product selection, supplier capabilities, and pricing. Partner with internal departments to ensure timely issuance of purchase orders. Support invoice processing and ensure alignment with contractual terms. Conduct supplier due diligence prior to contract awards, including reviews of conflicts of interest, financial stability, and regulatory standing. Maintain accurate compliance documentation to support internal and external audits. Ensure supplier contracts contain appropriate data protection, confidentiality, and anti-bribery/anti-corruption provisions. Escalate supplier compliance concerns or instances of non-conformance to the appropriate Legal or Compliance teams. Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.